This book treats many complex topics such as the relationship between brain and consciousness, the 'Chinese Room' argument, and Searle's aesthetic and political ideas.
This is NOT the typical interview book, filled with self-indulgence and old-time stories. Mr. Faigenbaum uses his deep knowledge of Searle's developments to discuss the central aspects of his work, shedding light on the key role Searle played in 20th century philosophy. Thorough but also entertaining, a book that should be read by anyone who wants to understand the underlying tension in current philosophical ideas. The book also includes many revealing stories and facts about Searle's years …

This textbook reviews grammar and vocabulary at an intermediate level, and expands on them to help you to find your way about the English used in the field of computing. The textbook is organized in two sections. The first one consists of a collection of reading texts with a variety of tasks, such as comprehension, vocabulary and translation exercises. Most of the texts have been especially written for language learners, but some authentic texts have also been included. The second part focuses on work on some crucial language topics. Reading tasks provide practice of reading strategies, but also of technical …

The pragmatics of language teaching is dramatically changing getting adapted to the new language learning requirements based on acquiring the four language skills through key competencies development. Technical Focus is a distinctive practical ten-unit English dossier for adults which provides a comprehensive preparation program for B2 level, reflecting the new global language learning tendencies through motivating lessons. The dossier provides learners with professional and academic skills needed for success in the academic and professional life. The perfect balance of grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary builds confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing using thought-provoking and purposeful approach to learning English through …

Esta tesis doctoral versa sobre el estudio de la construcción de la atribución del significado en la diseminación de la ciencia en la prensa británica a través del análisis de los recursos utilizados por el periodista para integrar en su narración de los hechos científicos lo que otras fuentes externas han dicho. El fenómeno de la atribución en el discurso académico, científico y de los medios de comunicación se ha descrito previamente desde una perspectiva interpersonal mediante el análisis de la evaluación y de la teoría de la valoración (‘appraisal’). Además, otras investigaciones previas se han centrado también en el …

In Didactic Approaches for Teachers of English in an Internacional Context, the editors have selected articles that provide an overview of the current methodology of integrated language and culture instruction, with the understanding that the English language is completely embedded within a broader cultural framework. The papers further define this topic into creative inter-cultural approaches to teaching, including: content-based instruction in English through CLIL, holistic language-learning for children, the parallel development of linguistic and cultural competence, and a study of language structures and discourse.

En este GLOSARIO destacados juristas de las Universidades más antiguas de Europa –como Bolonia, Oxford, Salamanca, Padua, París, Pisa y Heidelberg– analizan la actualidad del Derecho privado europeo a partir de una cuidada selección de términos jurídicos y principios generales claves, expresados en latín y producidos por el Derecho romano. No se trata de resucitar sin más la vieja experiencia jurídica; se trata de explicar y dar a valer un vocabulario jurídico universalmente reconocido, además de precisar el significado de las palabras como instrumentos de trabajo del ars boni et aequi. Son palabras básicas, determinantes del lenguaje jurídico que hoy …

Keys to 'An Intermediate Course in English for Computing' provides the answer key to the textbook An Intermediate Course in English for Computing, also published by Editorial Universidad Politécnica de Valencia (Ref. 2006914). This booklet is aimed at students using the above mentioned textbook who wish to work on the course material on their own. It may also be used to complement classroom work, assisting students in their private study of some of the activities included in the textbook, in a more autonomous approach to learning. This booklet is organized in two sections. The first one presents the solutions to …